The alleyway of the village of Sestri Levante in Liguria. When I'm at home, almost every morning, I go downtown for a walk and a coffee. I like to take a walk when there are few people and this happens especially in winter. When sunny days happen, like the one on the day I took this photo, it is one of my favorite subjects for shots.
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The alley of the village of Sestri Levante in Liguria – L’allée du village de Sestri Levante en Ligurie – El callejón del pueblo de Sestri Levante en Liguria – O beco da aldeia de Sestri Levante, na Ligúria – Die Gasse des Dorfes Sestri Levante in Ligurien – Con hẻm của làng Sestri Levante ở Liguria
The cycle path of via XX Settembre in Sestri Levante. The road that goes from the roundabout of Piazza Sant’Antonio to the seafront promenade is called via XX Settembre. On the side that runs alongside the gardens dedicated to Mariele Ventre there is this sidewalk which is at the same time a cycle path almost completely immersed in greenery.
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The cycle path on Via XX Settembre in Sestri Levante – La piste cyclable de la via XX Settembre à Sestri Levante – El carril bici de via XX Settembre en Sestri Levante – A ciclovia da via XX Settembre em Sestri Levante – Der Radweg der Via XX Settembre in Sestri Levante – Đường vòng qua XX Settembre ở Sestri Levante
The lion of the fountain in Piazza Paolo Centinaro in Portovenere. Walking through the narrow streets of Portovenere, one of the pearls of the province of La Spezia, I found this beautiful little square with this beautiful fountain. The attention of my lens fell on this figure of a lion.
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Paolo Centinaro, a benefactor from Porto Venere, to whom the ancient square of the “Cisterna Pubblica” is dedicated, built by the Genoese in the 13th century to collect rainwater. In the center of the square is the Fountain of the Lions, built during the Fascist period by Ettore Andrea Mori, mayor and expert in the artistic and historical beauties of Porto Venere. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The lion of the fountain in Piazza Paolo Centinaro in Portovenere – Le lion de la fontaine de la Piazza Paolo Centinaro à Portovenere – El león de la fuente en Piazza Paolo Centinaro en Portovenere – O leão da fonte na Piazza Paolo Centinaro em Portovenere – Der Löwe des Brunnens auf der Piazza Paolo Centinaro in Portovenere – Con sư tử của đài phun nước ở Quảng trường Paolo Centinaro ở Portovenere
The beach of Sori in Liguria. Some time ago now I took these photos in the beautiful village of Sori. I walked a little along the promenade that passes the swimming pool and the Oratory of Sant'Erasmo to have a view of the beach.
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The village of Sori overlooks the sea of the Golfo Paradiso, east of Genoa, in the Riviera di Levante, and the municipal territory extends inland along the valley of the homonymous stream until it reaches the watershed with the upper Fontanabuona valley, reaching the hamlet of Pannesi in the municipality of Lumarzo. The territory is exclusively mountainous, and reaches 894 m with Mount Becco, at the watershed with the Fontanabuona valley. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
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The beach of Sori in Liguria – La plage de Sori en Ligurie – La playa de Sori en Liguria – A praia de Sori na Ligúria – Der Strand von Sori in Ligurien – Bãi biển Sori ở Liguria
The alley called the button in the historic center of Sestri Levante. In the picturesque historic center of Sestri Levante, a small and charming passage is known as the Vico del Bottone. This narrow alley, rich in history and character, offers an authentic glimpse into the life and traditions of this charming Ligurian town. The Vico del Bottone probably owes its name to a local legend or perhaps to an old button shop that once stood here. Craftsmen's workshops were common in the narrow alleys of Italian cities, and this small shop may have served both locals and passing sailors. Over time, the name "Vico del Bottone" has become a testimony to the daily life and economic activities that characterized the Sestri Levante of the past. The Vico del Bottone is a perfect example of traditional Ligurian architecture. Its narrow walls, pastel-colored facades and flower-filled balconies create an intimate and welcoming atmosphere. The solid wooden arches and doorways tell stories of times gone by, while details such as slate doorposts give the alley a touch of romance and mystery. Walking through Vico del Bottone, you can admire the simple yet charming beauty of the historic houses, many of which date back centuries and one in particular called Casa delle Viti covered with an imposing vine plant (seen in the photo). The narrow streets invite visitors to slow down and enjoy the quiet pace of life in a Ligurian town. Despite its central location, Vico del Bottone remains a place of peace and tranquility. Away from the hustle and bustle of the main streets, this hidden corner offers a perfect refuge for those seeking a moment of serenity. Here, you can find a bench to sit and reflect, enjoying the beauty and calm of the alley. Visiting Vico del Bottone is like stepping back in time. This small but precious corner of Sestri Levante offers a unique perspective on the history and daily life of the city. It is a place where the past meets the present, and where every stone tells a story. In conclusion, Vico del Bottone is one of the many hidden gems of Sestri Levante, a place that deserves to be discovered and appreciated for its beauty and timeless charm. Walking through this alley, you can breathe the authentic Ligurian atmosphere and discover a piece of the history of this enchanting coastal town.
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The alley called del bottone in the historic center of Sestri Levante – L’allée appelée del bottone dans le centre historique de Sestri Levante – El callejón llamado del bottone en el centro histórico de Sestri Levante – O beco chamado del bottone no centro histórico de Sestri Levante – Die Gasse namens del Bottone im historischen Zentrum von Sestri Levante – Con hẻm có tên del bottone ở trung tâm lịch sử của Sestri Levante
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Wisteria blooming in spring in Sestri Levante. When in spring, between April and May, the wisteria blooms, you can find truly magnificent corners to photograph. Like these benches, on the seafront promenade in Sestri Levante, which have this truly spectacular pergola of wisteria plants.
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Wisteria grow by wrapping themselves around any support, both clockwise (like W. floribunda) and counterclockwise. The Wisteria collection at the Gardens of Villa della Pergola in Alassio is considered the most important in Italy today, with about 40 different types of the Wisteria species. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
Wisteria blooming in spring in Sestri Levante – La glycine fleurit au printemps à Sestri Levante – La glicina florece en primavera en Sestri Levante – As glicínias florescem na primavera em Sestri Levante – Glyzinien blühen im Frühling in Sestri Levante – Hoa tử đằng nở vào mùa xuân ở Sestri Levante
A glimpse of Via Alessandro Manzoni in Lavagna. Via Alessandro Manzoni in Lavagna is a place that enchants with its beauty and historical charm. This street, located in the heart of the city, offers visitors a journey through time, among historical buildings and evocative atmospheres. Walking along Via Manzoni, you can admire the facades of the ancient houses, many of which date back to the 19th century. These buildings, with their unique architectural details, tell stories of a rich and vibrant past. The colored shutters, the flowered balconies and the solid wooden doors contribute to creating a welcoming and picturesque atmosphere. In conclusion, this glimpse represents a perfect example of how beauty and history can coexist in harmony. It is a place that deserves to be visited and experienced, to fully appreciate the charm of this enchanting Ligurian city.
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A glimpse of via Alessandro Manzoni in Lavagna – Un aperçu de la via Alessandro Manzoni à Lavagna – Un vistazo a via Alessandro Manzoni en Lavagna – Um vislumbre da via Alessandro Manzoni em Lavagna – Ein Blick auf die Via Alessandro Manzoni in Lavagna – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về Alessandro Manzoni ở Lavagna
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The trees of Mazzini Avenue in Sestri Levante. Along Viale Mazzini, the road that crosses my town longitudinally and that changes name continuously (via Aurelia, via Fascie), there is a row of trees that I believe are plane trees.
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The trees of Viale Mazzini in Sestri Levante – Les arbres de Viale Mazzini à Sestri Levante – Los árboles de Viale Mazzini en Sestri Levante – As árvores da Viale Mazzini em Sestri Levante – Die Bäume der Viale Mazzini in Sestri Levante – Những cái cây ở Viale Mazzini ở Sestri Levante
The tower of the Nicolosio Lomellino palace, known as the minaret or the mirador, in Genoa. Every time I happen to pass by Piazza del Portello (to tell the truth, it hasn't happened to me that many times...) I keep my nose in the air to see this tower that is right above the monumental Giuseppe Garibaldi gallery. The last time I took a photo of it and, to write this post, I discovered that it is part of the splendid Nicolosio Lomellino palace, which has its main entrance on via Garibaldi, and is called the Mirador or Minaret Tower (for its Arabesque style).
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Minaret of a mosque?… no, the sixteenth-century Mirador of Palazzo Nicolosio Lomellini, the tower, later expanded in the 18th century, with which the coral lords of Tabarca intended to amaze their guests and stun them with wonder. Continue and learn more on amezena.net
The tower of the Nicolosio Lomellino palace, called the minaret or the mirador, in Genoa – La tour du palais Nicolosio Lomellino, appelée le minaret ou le mirador, à Gênes – La torre del palacio Nicolosio Lomellino, llamada minarete o mirador, en Génova – A torre do palácio Nicolosio Lomellino, chamada minarete ou mirador, em Gênova – Der Turm des Nicolosio Lomellino-Palastes, Minarett oder Mirador genannt, in Genua – Tháp của cung điện Nicolosio Lomellino, được gọi là tháp nhỏ hay mirador, ở Genoa
The street lamps in via Asilo Maria Teresa in Sestri Levante. Walking and taking pictures around my Sestri I try to alternate classic photos, of the Baia del Silenzio and the alley, with more unusual ones. In this case the street lamps installed on the wall of Villa Balbi that illuminate via Asilo Maria Teresa.
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The street lamps in the street called Maria Teresa asylum in Sestri Levante – Les lampadaires de la rue appelée asile Maria Teresa à Sestri Levante – Las farolas de la calle llamada asilo María Teresa en Sestri Levante – Os postes de luz na rua chamavam o asilo Maria Teresa em Sestri Levante – Die Straßenlaternen in der Straße namens Maria Teresa Asyl in Sestri Levante – Những ngọn đèn đường trên phố mang tên nhà tị nạn Maria Teresa ở Sestri Levante
